Understanding the Mesh Tool in CorelDRAW

The Mesh Fill tool in CorelDRAW allows you to create complex color transitions within an object, offering incredible control over shading and gradients.

Key Concepts:

• Mesh Grid: A grid of intersecting lines that divides the object into smaller sections (patches).
• Nodes: The points where the grid lines intersect.
• Color Control: You can assign different colors to each node, creating smooth color blends across the object.

How it Works:

1. Apply Mesh Fill: Select an object and apply a mesh fill.
2. Adjust Grid: Modify the number of rows and columns to control the mesh’s density.
3. Add/Remove Nodes: Add or remove nodes to refine the mesh grid.
4. Color Nodes: Assign colors to individual nodes.
5. Shape Mesh: Move and reshape the mesh lines to achieve desired color transitions.

Benefits:

• Realistic Effects: Create lifelike shading and gradients for objects like skin, fabric, and metal.
• Precise Control: Fine-tune color transitions with pixel-level precision.
• Versatility: Create a wide range of effects, from subtle gradients to complex patterns.

By mastering the Mesh Fill tool, you can elevate your designs to a new level of realism and creativity in CorelDRAW.